All The Bite
- Ten food policy questions the presidential candidates should answer
Americans have become increasingly concerned about the state of the current food system. How should the different candidates tackle the issue?
- Changing harvest outcomes with better crop storage bags
Better crop storage bags are beginning to be introduced where they are needed most, especially in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Is Mexico's soda tax working?
Mexico has the world's highest rate of adults diagnosed as overweight or obese. But a tax on soda that was passed in 2014 may help curb this issue.
- Dairy-free Chunky Monkey? Ben & Jerry's goes vegan.
Ben & Jerry's will introduce vegan versions of two popular flavors, along with two entirely new flavors. The move comes as consumers worldwide are choosing to eat fewer animal products, for many reasons.
- New law could change France’s food system for the better
France's parliament has passed a law that would dramatically shift where food in France comes from.
- Study: People buying more 'natural' foods don't know what 'natural' foods are
The number of people who are buying 'organic' and 'natural' foods has risen sharply in recent years, even though consumers are still confused about what the labels actually mean.
- McDonald's turns around sales woes with all-day breakfast
McDonald's hit sales pay dirt in 2015 thanks to cheap gas, good weather, and the introduction of an all-day breakfast menu. If there's a problem with all-day breakfast, it's that customers want the full morning meal lineup 24/7.
- How menu changes have shifted McDonald's fortunes
2015 was a stellar year for sales at McDonald's thanks to serious menu changes, such as the all-day breakfast.
- How to grow rice, wheat, and corn sustainably
The UN's Food and Agriculture Organization has made two important contributions to the transition to a more sustainable global food supply.
- Why all Chipotle restaurants are closing on Feb. 8
The food company, which built a reputation on serving 'food with integrity,' has a lot of work to do to salvage a tarnished reputation after a rash of food safety scandals swept through its restaurants last fall.
- Is McDonald's gouging its European franchisees?
A group of Italian consumer organizations filed an antitrust grievance with the European Commission over claims McDonald’s has been overcharging franchise owners for rent.
- How food banks are spreading around the world
A program called the Global FoodBanking Network is working to expand the reach of food banking programs worldwide.
- Opinion: New dietary guidelines miss the mark on sustainability
Despite strong support, USDA and HHS decided that sustainability was not within the scope of the guidelines, which are intended to guide nutrition programs nationally.
- How one organization is working to change agriculture
Young Professionals for Agricultural Development (YPARD) is an organization that is working to change global food systems. Marina Cherbonnier, the web and communications manager at YPARD, sat down for an an interview with Food Tank.
- Why the Chipotle criminal probe shouldn't be surprising
Federal prosecutors are stepping up legal action in food safety cases. Chipotle’s subpoena in a criminal investigation linked to foodborne illness is the latest example.
- Burger King, McDonald's and Wendy's scramble to win over deal seekers
Burger King kicked up the fast food value menu 'numbers game' Monday with a new '5 for $4' deal. That takes on Wendy’s “4 for $4” meal, McDonald’s just-begun 'McPick 2 for $2'
- Why 'Fight for 15' activists want to address climate change, too
Climate change is going to impact everyone, but people from low-income communities will feel it first, experts say.
- Don't fear modest wage increases
Wage increases don't close down restaurants, but the key may be moderation. The impact of a large income increase, like $15 for fast food workers, is still unknown.
- McDonald's trademarks ‘signature crafted’
McDonald's recently trademarked the term "signature crafted." The phrase could be planned to be used in upcoming menu additions.
- We can change the food, but can we change the lunchroom?
Encouraging kids to eat fruits and vegetables starts with changing the school menu, but it might also need a change in the lunchroom. Can we build lunchrooms that reflect the desire to eat right?